Hypomyces lactifluorum

Photos By: Denise Woodhouse, Oregon 2004

Photos By: Hugh Urban, Ohio 2004

Photos By: Hugh Urban, Ohio 2005

Description:

Common Name: Lobster Mushroom Cap: 1 inch. Flesh:   Gills:   Spore Print:   Stalk:   Fruiting:   Range:            Edibility: Choice.  Look-alikes: Note: This is a mold that usually parasites on a lactarius or russula. You should try to ID the host to be sure it is edible.

Recipes: